Overview

Digitalisation and artificial intelligence are reshaping the way organisations and societies work. The Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Information and Communication Technology prepares you to use both current and future technologies in a variety of ways as part of diverse work communities.

In the core of the Information and Communication Technology from University of Turku are the cutting-edge technology studies that combine technical expertise with a strong focus on practical application, problem-solving, and communication skills. This comprehensive approach ensures you acquire not only technical skills but also other essential working life skills needed for your future career.

Job Options

Students graduating from the programme, may work, for example, as:

Software Engineer

Software Architect

Project Manager

System Specialist

Information Security Specialist

ICT Consultant

Programme Structure

The preliminary structure of the Degree Programme is the following:

Major subject studies in ICT (including Bachelor’s thesis)

Minor subject studies (for example entrepreneurship)

Polytechnic studies (mathematics, physics, information technology and business studies)

Language studies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-01-22 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Credits

180 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Information Technology (IT) Computer Sciences View 8 other Bachelors in Computer Sciences in Finland

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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80

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

There are two admission groups for gaining admission:

Admission group I (60%): admission is based on the results of the SAT test. Required test sections: Evidence Based Reading and Writing and Mathematics sections. Min grade: SAT total score 1150, Mathematics section score 600.
Admission group II (40%): certificate-based admission -based on the admission score, which is calculated based on the grades achieved in the Finnish matriculation examination, IB, EB, or Reifeprüfung/Die Deutsche Internationale Abiturprüfung. Min grade: Advanced mathematics C.

Required documents:

Documents proving eligibility for higher education
Proof of English language skills (according to instructions)
Passport or other ID
Residence permit card (if applicable)
If applying on the basis of the SAT test results: the SAT test result report (the official results must arrive directly to University of Turku from the test organiser). Only SATs taken on or after 22.1.2023 are accepted.

Tuition Fee

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International

10000 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 10000 EUR per year during 36 months.
EU/EEA

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 EUR per year during 36 months.

Free for citizens of EU/EEA countries or Switzerland.
For citizens of non-EU/EEA countries €10,000/academic year.

Living costs for Turku

775 - 1128 EUR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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